1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1971 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 497 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Z (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Honda Z (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1971 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
